We spent Easter in Denver, CO visiting my DS2 and his GF. DS1 and DIL flew from NYC to spend the holiday, making it that much nicer. Do you know why Denver is nicknamed the mile high city? Because its official elevation is exactly one mile above sea level (5280 ft).We spent a day skiing at Copper Mountain. I was hoping for a glorious spring skiing day but realized this would not be the case when we exited the hotel to a temperature of 2 degrees ~ Brrr!

Arriving at the mountain, bundled up and anxious to hit the slopes…

Having only skied in the Northeast, I had never experienced the high elevation effects on the body. I didn't know why I was feeling slightly nauseous and a bit light headed but suspected it was due to the fact that I had not eaten. When we stopped for a break to get something to eat in the lodge, DS1 informed me that I was experiencing mild elevation sickness and suggested I drink plenty of water (something I never do). The elevation in the Colorado vs Vermont is much higher.

Stratton, VT

Base: 1,872 ft

Summit: 3,875 ft

VS

Copper Mountain, CO

Base: 9,712 ft

Summit: 12,313 ft

ME and DS2

DS2 and GF

DS1 and DIL

Another highlight of our Easter trip was the unexpected, and very generous, treat from DS1 and DIL: Brunch at Elways in downtown Denver.

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These little Easter gifts are so sweet. I love the eggs that Elise Tortonesi has designed but haven't stitched any so far. And the little bunny by La Comtesse is so lovely.It must have been great to spend Easter in Denver and the Rocky Mountains, my favorite place in your country. And together with the family it's even better.

I have had the first egg design in my stash for a while now... It really is beautifully done! Makes me want to pull it out and stitch it! The bunny is adorable! Wow--I did not realize the ski slopes were that high in Denver! I would definitely be affected also... Glad you had a great time! Hugs!

How sweet of you to stitch those darling Easter ornaments, Marie! I especially love the purple you used for that first one--very elegnat looking. And what a great trip--always special when the whole family can be together. It happens less and less often for us... I'll take one of each dessert please!!

Enjoy your Celebration of Needlework show. My sister used to live in Nashua--sure wish she still did and I'd have a good excuse to go, too :)